Akashika Jisho Registers for 'Himeji City SDGs Declaration,' Strengthening Commitment to Regional Development as a 'Real Estate Value Creation Company'

Akashika Jisho Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: 1-1-23 Tsujii, Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture; Representative: Yasuo Akashika) is pleased to announce that it was registered with the 'Himeji City SDGs Declaration' promoted by Himeji City on May 25, 2026. Since its founding, the company has been developing a community-based real estate business centered in Himeji City. With this registration, we will further strengthen our SDGs initiatives that balance business activities with social contributions, such as promoting sustainable land use through real estate development and the utilization of vacant houses, as well as supporting the development of the next generation through programs like 'Try-Yaru Week.'

[Related URLs] Details regarding this matter and our specific declaration can be found on the official Himeji City website. - Himeji City SDGs Declaration (Official Page): https://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/shisei/0000019229.html - Akashika Jisho Co., Ltd. SDGs Declaration (PDF): https://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/shisei/cmsfiles/contents/0000019/19229/kabushikigaishaakashikajisho.pdf

Background of the 'Himeji City SDGs Declaration' Registration Real estate is the foundation of people's lives and an important element that shapes the landscape and vitality of a community. In recent years, various issues have become apparent in local communities, such as an increase in vacant houses and unused land, and the aging of infrastructure. Akashika Jisho, based in Himeji City, has pursued not just real estate transactions, but also 'how to make the lives of people living in this city safe and comfortable.' The 'proper development of land' and 'provision of living environments' that we face daily are businesses accompanied by social responsibility that are directly linked to the sustainability of the local community. We decided to register for this declaration to formalize our determination to further develop our efforts and contribute to solving regional issues.

Specific Initiatives in Our SDGs Declaration We aim to achieve the SDGs through our business by focusing on the following six key themes: 1. Provision of a comfortable and safe living environment (Goal 3): Contributing to creating a community where everyone can live comfortably and safely. 2. Support for the next generation (Goal 4): Deepening ties with the community through work experience programs like 'Try-Yaru Week.' 3. A rewarding workplace environment (Goal 8): Promoting paid leave and improving operational efficiency. 4. Sustainable urban development (Goal 11): Promoting community-based real estate development integrated with infrastructure and park maintenance. 5. Sustainable and waste-free land use (Goal 12): Promoting land use with lasting value through the utilization of vacant houses and unused land. 6. Building trust (Goal 16): Ensuring fair and transparent real estate transactions.

Contributing to Regional Development through 'Real Estate Value Creation' The core of Akashika Jisho's business lies in 'real estate value creation,' which goes beyond simple real estate distribution. Even for old properties or unused land that are generally evaluated as having 'low asset value' in the market, we believe in the potential hidden within them. Our strength and mission lie in regenerating the value of real estate and bringing new vitality to the region by applying our know-how and ingenuity cultivated through our community-based approach. The 'utilization of vacant houses and unused land' and 'planned supply' mentioned in this declaration are initiatives that embody this stance. Creating new value in real estate leads to safe lives for the people living there, and ultimately leads to the improvement of crime prevention, disaster prevention, and economic revitalization of the entire region—in other words, 'regional development.' We will continue to promote sustainable land use based on fair and honest transactions, connecting the value of Himeji to the future.

About Akashika Jisho Co., Ltd. Akashika Jisho Co., Ltd. was spun off from Akashika Construction in 1986. Since the start of its real estate business in 1990, it has been developing a comprehensive real estate business in the Harima area, centered on Himeji City, with the motto of 'rooted in the community, close to our customers.' We handle everything from the development and sale of housing lots to real estate brokerage, rental property management, renovation, and housing company referrals, contributing to the local community by providing optimal homes and lifestyles tailored to our customers.